The hon. Gentleman talks of free riders, but if those countries do not ratify the fund, they will not be able to take advantage of it. Only nations that will be party to the convention will have to contribute to it or be able to benefit from it. We shall talk to all concerned, through the International Maritime Organisation and other mechanisms, to ensure that there is wide collaboration.
Merchant Shipping (Pollution) Bill [Lords]
Proceeding contribution from
Stephen Ladyman
(Labour)
in the House of Commons on Wednesday, 25 January 2006.
It occurred during Debate on bills on Merchant Shipping (Pollution) Bill [HL] 2005-06.
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